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Module 10 - First Response

Leaders, Managers and Supporters in Scouting must hold a current first aid qualification of 'First Response' level or above, when their appointment is renewed and for the award of their Wood Badge. However, you are encouraged to keep your qualification up to date at all times.

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For a qualification to be considered an equivalent to First Response it must meet the following criteria:

The qualification needs to be set by a recognised national body such as St John Ambulance, The British Red Cross, NYA, British Canoeing, MLTB, HSE etc.

The qualification must involve training of at least 6 hours duration.

The qualification must be run by a qualified First Aid trainer.

The qualification must cover the following areas:

Principles of First Aid

Initial response to a First Aid situation

Emergency Life Support (DRABC)

Shock

Causes and Treatment of Unconsciousness

Bleeding (Major and Minor)

Heat Exhaustion, heatstroke and hypothermia

Burns and Scalds

Fractures and Soft tissue injuries

Meningitis.

If a qualification meets the above criteria then it can be considered a suitable alternative to First Response and satify the minimum training requirements for completion of Module 10 and Woodbadge presentation and appointment renewal.